MSIC / Port Access
The Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) is a maritime identification card issued to identify a person who has been the subject of a background check to ensure port security is consistent Australia-wide. It shows that the holder has met minimum security requirements to work unescorted or unmonitored in a maritime security zone.
Any person who requires unescorted entry to a maritime restricted zone must hold a valid MSIC. Any person who requires unescorted entry to a Fremantle Ports restricted zone must hold a valid MSIC and Fremantle Ports Access Card. They must also abide by the Conditions of Entry to Fremantle Ports.
Please note:
1. The MSIC background check eligibility criteria has changed. Review the new criteria and your self-reporting requirements here: Department of Home Affairs Letter to Cardholders - New Tiered and Harmonised Eligibility Criteria. See the FAQs and Flowchart.
2. You may experience delays with your police check. Find out more here: NPCS Processing Delays - Notification to applicants and employers.
3. You must book an appointment to attend the MSIC Service Centre or you will not be seen. Please click here to make a booking.
Kwinana Bulk Terminal access
For access to Kwinana Bulk Terminal, you may need to apply for a Kwinana Bulk Terminal operational induction card. Call 9410 8384 for information.
Escort Application
Please contact Port Access if you have not received a response within 12 hours.
Ph: 9430 3550 | E: [email protected]
An online Escort Application Form must be completed, submitted and approved before the escorting takes place.
For more information read Escort Application - Fremantle Ports Access.
MSIC
There are three types of cards Fremantle Ports can issue. Click on the link below to learn more:
MSIC Service Centre (Monday-Friday 8am-4pm)
Postal address:
1 Cliff Street, Fremantle
Street address:
1 Cliff Street, Fremantle
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 8 9430 3417
MSIC resources
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Conditions of Entry to Fremantle PortsConditions of entry to Fremantle Ports updated June 2023
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FP Access Only Application Form (Jul 2023)FP Access Only Application Form (July 2023)
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MSIC Application Guide 2022Download
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MSIC - Company Letter TemplateSee the example letter you need from your company
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Fremantle Ports Access Only - Company Letter TemplateSee an example of a letter you need from your company for Fremantle Ports access
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MSIC Conditions of UseDownload
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Online Booking ServiceBook an appointment online
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MSIC PrivacyFAQs
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